Chapter 422 - 257: The Ancestor_2
Chapter 422 -257: The Ancestor_2
“The teachings of the grandmaster are deeply etched in my heart,” Li Shiming bowed and responded.
He ceased the “Demon Shadow Buddha Form Technique,” and his aura returned to its normal state.
“Master, during my recent outing, I acquired Third Grade Spirit Tea from Ji Hongbo’s storage bracelet. I was originally at the peak of Mid-stage Foundation Establishment; after drinking the Third Grade Spirit Tea, I directly advanced to Late-stage Foundation Establishment. I dare not conceal this from Master!” He then turned and bowed to explain to Elder Su.
“I told you he is one deeply blessed,” Elder Su, upon hearing this news, had a beaming smile and turned to speak to the Fan Ancestor.
“Indeed a deep blessing, Ji Hongbo is Little Ji’s son, right? When did Little Ji become so generous as to give Third Grade Spirit Tea to his son?” Fan Ancestor pondered and asked.
“I calculated the time; it was precisely around the triennial distribution of the Third Grade Spirit Tea. It seems Ji Hongbo collected it on behalf of Elder Ji but hadn’t yet given it to his elder, and he went after Shiming!” Elder Su laughed heartily.
Elder Ji always opposed him, and though he retaliated, it was only in terms of interests within the sect, with little impact on Elder Ji’s personal resources.
A Golden Core Elder receives a portion of Third Grade Spirit Tea every three years depending on their status within the sect.
This bit of Third Grade Spirit Tea is intended for hosting honored guests, especially for influential Golden Core Elders like them, highlighting the significance they place on a particular Golden Core cultivator.
This is an unspoken rule, having Third Grade Spirit Tea for reception signifies their intent to draw closer and show favor to a certain Golden Core cultivator.
But Elder Ji, lacking three years’ supply of Third Grade Spirit Tea, means he won’t be able to use it to entertain guests during this period, which is a difficult situation to explain and could affect Elder Ji’s relationships with some old friends.